Must-Try BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger Mac ‘n’ Cheese Casserole

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cook the Macaroni:
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook the Bacon and Beef:
In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set it aside.
In the bacon grease, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent.

Make the Cheese Sauce:
In a large bowl, combine the evaporated milk, cheddar cheese, BBQ sauce, ketchup, and mustard. Stir until well mixed.

Combine and Coat:
Add the cooked macaroni and beef mixture to the cheese sauce. Stir everything together to ensure the macaroni is evenly coated.

Assemble and Bake:
Transfer the mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle the crispy bacon and crushed potato chips over the top.

Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and the top is golden.

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